2014 OPEL ANTARA oil level

In brief17
Automatic transmissionP=parkR=reverseN=neutralD=drive
Manual mode: move selector lever
from D to the left.
<=higher gear]=lower gear
The selector lever can only be moved
out of P when the ignition is on and
the foot brake is applied. To engage
P or R, push the release button.
Automatic transmission 3 129.
Starting off
Check before starting off ■ Tyre pressure and condition 3 176,
3 207.
■ Engine oil level and fluid levels 3 153.
■ All windows, mirrors, exterior lighting and number plates are free
from dirt, snow and ice and are
operational.
■ Proper position of mirrors, seats, and seat belts 3 27, 3 35,
3 42.
■ Brake function at low speed, particularly if the brakes are wet.Starting the engine
■ Turn key to position ACC
■ move the steering wheel slightly to release the steering wheel lock
■ manual transmission in neutral
■ operate clutch and brake pedals ■ automatic transmission in P or N
■ do not accelerate
■ diesel engines: turn key to ON for
preheating and wait until control
indicator ! extinguishes
■ turn key to START and release
Starting the engine 3 124.

Instruments and controls81Fuel gauge
Displays the fuel level in the tank.
Control indicator Y illuminates if the
level in the tank is low. Refuel
immediately 3 145.
Never run the tank dry. Erratic fuel
supply can cause catalytic converter
to overheat 3 129.
Diesel engines: if the tank has been
run dry, bleed the fuel system 3 159.
Because of the fuel remaining in the
tank, the top-up quantity may be less
than the specified tank capacity
3 206.
Service display
The engine oil life system lets you
know when to change the engine oil
and filter. Based on driving
conditions, the interval at which an
engine oil and filter change will be
indicated can vary considerably.
Change engine oil 3 89.
Transmission display
Displays the mode or selected gear
with automatic transmission.
P=park positionR=reverse gearN=neutralD=drive position (automatic
mode)1-6=selected gear in manual mode
Control indicators
The control indicators described are
not present in all vehicles. The
description applies to all instrument
versions. Depending on the
equipment, the position of the control
indicators may vary.
When the ignition is switched on,
most control indicators will illuminate
briefly as a functionality test.
The control indicator colours mean:
red=danger, important
reminderyellow=warning, information, faultgreen=confirmation of activationblue=confirmation of activationwhite=confirmation of activation

88Instruments and controls
Flashes
The system is actively engaged.
Engine output may be reduced and
the vehicle may be braked
automatically to a small degree.
Electronic Stability Control 3 138.
Electronic Stability Control
off t illuminates yellow.
When the ignition is switched on, t
illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Illuminates when ESC has been
switched off manually by pressing
button t on the centre console.
Electronic Stability Control 3 138.
Engine coolant
temperature
W illuminates red.When the engine is started, W
illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Illuminates when the engine is running
Stop vehicle and switch off engine.Caution
Coolant temperature too high.
Check coolant level 3 154.
If there is sufficient coolant, seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Preheating ! illuminates yellow.
Preheating is activated. Only
activates when outside temperature
is low.
If it illuminates during driving or if the
engine cannot be started, seek the
assistance of a workshop as soon as
possible.
Starting the engine 3 124.
Diesel particle filter
% illuminates or flashes yellow.
The diesel particle filter requires
cleaning.
Continue driving until %
extinguishes.
Illuminates during driving
Control indicator % iluminates,
accompanied by a warning chime,
when the diesel particle filter is full.
Start cleaning process as soon as
possible.
Flashes during drivingControl indicator % flashes when the
maximum filling level of the filter is
reached. Start cleaning process
immediately to avoid damage to the
engine. A warning chime sounds
every 3 minutes until the cleaning
process is complete.
Diesel particle filter 3 128, Stop-start
system 3 125.
Engine oil pressure I illuminates red.

Instruments and controls89
Illuminates when the ignition is
switched on and extinguishes shortly
after the engine starts. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.
Illuminates when the engine is
runningCaution
Engine lubrication may be
interrupted. This may result in
damage to the engine and/or
locking of the drive wheels.
1. Depress clutch.
2. Select neutral gear, set selector lever to N.
3. Move out of the flow of traffic as quickly as possible without
impeding other vehicles.
4. Switch off ignition.
9 Warning
When the engine is off,
considerably more force is needed
to brake and steer. During an
Autostop the brake servo unit will still be operational.
Do not remove key until vehicle is stationary, otherwise the steeringwheel lock could engage
unexpectedly.
Check oil level before seeking the
assistance of a workshop 3 153.
Low engine oil level
S illuminates yellow.
When the ignition is switched on, S
illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a workshop.
Illuminates during driving Oil level is low: top up oil to specified
level 3 153.
Change engine oil
C illuminates yellow.
When the engine is started, C
illuminates briefly. If it does not
illuminate, seek the assistance of a
workshop.
The engine oil life monitor lets you know when to change the oil. Control
indicator C illuminates to indicate
that engine oil life has been
diminished and the oil needs
changing.
Based on driving conditions, the
interval at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably.
Change oil within 1000 km. Engine
power may be decreased.
Once the engine oil has been
changed 3 153, the engine oil life
monitor needs to be reset. Seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Fuel economy mode s illuminates green.
Illuminates when fuel ecomony mode
is switched on 3 131.

152Vehicle care
■ Open the bonnet, close all doorsand lock the vehicle.
■ Disconnect the clamp from the negative terminal of the vehicle
battery. Beware that all systems are not functional, e.g. anti-theft alarm
system.
Putting back into operation When the vehicle is to be put back into
operation:
■ Connect the clamp to the negative terminal of the vehicle battery.
Activate the electronics of the
power windows.
■ Check tyre pressure.
■ Fill up the washer fluid reservoir.
■ Check the engine oil level.
■ Check the coolant level.
■ Fit the number plate if necessary.End-of-life vehicle
recovery
Information on end-of-life vehicle
recovery centres and the recycling of
end-of-life vehicles is available on our website, where legally required. Only
entrust this work to an authorised
recycling centre.Vehicle checks
Performing work9 Warning
Only perform engine compartment
checks when the ignition is off.
The cooling fan may start
operating even if the ignition is off.
9 Danger
The ignition system and Xenon
headlights use extremely high
voltage. Do not touch.

Vehicle care153Bonnet
Opening
Pull the release lever and return it to
its original position.
Locate the safety catch, found slightly left of centre on the underside of the
bonnet, push the catch upwards and
lift the bonnet gently.
The bonnet is held open
automatically.
If the bonnet is opened during an Autostop, the engine will be restarted automatically for safety reasons.
Air intake 3 121.
Closing
Lower the bonnet and let it fall into the latch from a low height (20-25 cm).
Check that the bonnet is engaged.
Caution
Do not press the bonnet into the
latch to avoid dents.
Engine oil
Check the engine oil level manually on a regular basis to prevent damage
to the engine.
Ensure that the correct specification
of oil is used. Recommended fluids
and lubricants 3 195.
Check with the vehicle on a level
surface. The engine must be at
operating temperature and switched
off for at least 5 minutes.
Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, insert it to the stop on the handle, pull
out and read the engine oil level.
Insert dipstick to the stop on the
handle and make half a turn.

154Vehicle care
Different dipsticks are used
depending on engine variant.
When the engine oil level has
dropped to the MIN mark, top up
engine oil.We recommend the use of the same
grade of engine oil that was used at
the last oil change.
The engine oil level must not exceed
the MAX mark on the dipstick.
Caution
Overfilled engine oil must be
drained or suctioned out.
Capacities 3 206, Engine oil quality/
viscosity 3 195.
Fit the cap on straight and tighten it.
Control indicators for engine oil
pressure I 3 88, low engine oil S
3 89 and engine oil life C 3 89.
Once the engine oil has been
changed, the engine oil life monitor
needs to be reset. Seek the
assistance of a workshop.
Engine coolant The coolant provides freeze
protection down to approx. -28 °C. In
northern countries with very low
temperatures the factory filled coolant
provides frost protection down to
approx. -37 °C.Caution
Only use approved antifreeze.
Coolant level
Caution
Too low a coolant level can cause engine damage.

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Fuel consumption - CO2-
Emissions ............................... 146
Fuel economy mode .....................89
Fuel filler cap ................................ 85
Fuel for diesel engines ..............145
Fuel for petrol engines ...............144
Fuel gauge ................................... 81
Fuses ......................................... 166
G Gauges ......................................... 80
General information ...................147
Glovebox ..................................... 56
Graphic-Info-Display, Colour- Info-Display .............................. 94
H Halogen headlights ....................161
Hand brake ................................. 137
Hazard warning flashers ............108
Headlight flash ........................... 107
Headlight range adjustment ......107
Headlights .................. 106, 107, 160
Headlights when driving abroad 108
Headlight washer ..........................74
Head restraint adjustment .............8
Head restraints ............................ 34
Heated mirrors ............................. 28
Heated rear window ..................... 31
Heating ........................................ 39Heating and ventilation system . 115
High beam ........................... 90, 107
Hill start assist ........................... 138
Horn ....................................... 14, 74
I
Identification plate .....................198
Ignition switch positions .............124
Immobiliser ............................ 27, 90
Indicators ...................................... 80
Information displays...................... 92
Instrument cluster ........................80
Instrument panel fuse box .........170
Instrument panel illumination .....166
Instrument panel illumination control .................................... 111
Instrument panel overview ........... 10
Interior care ............................... 192
Interior lighting ............................ 111
Interior lights ...................... 111, 165
Interior mirrors .............................. 29
Interruption of power supply ......132
Introduction .................................... 3
ISOFIX child restraint systems ....55
J Jump starting ............................. 187K
Kerb weight........................... 71, 204
Keys ............................................. 19
Keys, locks ................................... 19
Kickdown .................................... 131
L
Lashing eyes ............................... 70
Light covers, misted.................... 110
Lighting ....................................... 106
Lighting features .........................113
Light switch ................................ 106
Load compartment ................23, 68
Load compartment cover .............68
Load compartment lighting .........112
Load compartment storage ..........68
Loading information .....................71
Low engine oil level .....................89
Low fuel ....................................... 90
M Malfunction indicator light ............85
Manual anti-dazzle ......................29
Manual mode ............................. 131
Manual transmission .................. 133
Mirror adjustment ........................... 9
Mirrors .................................... 27, 29
Misted light covers .....................110